The Minivan Redefined?

With the latest generation of minivans, automakers are attempting to redefine the minivan. I can't quite attest to powertrain and all of the technical details, but speaking in terms of styling a monumental shift has certainly been made.

The main models to consider here: the Toyota Sienna, the Honda Odyssey, and the Nissan Quest. I'm not terribly sure what encouraged this change, but the Sienna was certainly the first to introduce this movement towards a sportier, more attractive design in minivans.

Here is a side-by-side comparison of each van's current and previous generation:

Toyota Sienna

Nissan Quest

Honda Odyssey